Transmission Line Engineer 1 - Grid

international-sargentlundy; North York (York County); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a transmission line engineer to design high‑voltage lines (69kV–765kV) and perform structural and foundation analyses. The role involves modeling with PLS‑CADD, calculating conductor sag, and reviewing vendor submissions.

The position supports a hybrid work schedule with in‑office days. The ideal candidate has ABET/CEAB accreditation and strong MS Office, communication, and engineering design skills.

Qualifications

• Requires degree from a CEAB-accredited undergrad program or ABET-accredited program (Canada/US).
• Related engineering, internship or co-op experience expected.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE required.
• Knowledge of basic transmission line engineering and design principles.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Perform structural analysis and design of poles, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
• Perform foundation designs and conductor selection studies.
• Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD and determine right-of-way requirements.
• Review vendor submittals and develop cost estimates and schedules for materials and construction.

Skills

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

MS Office

Communication skills

Basic transmission line engineering

Education

ABET/CEAB accredited engineering degree

Tools

PLS-TOWER

SAG10

LPILE

MFAD

ArcGIS

CDEGS

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Description

This position will offer you the ability to directly apply your knowledge of transmission line engineering including, conductors, hardware, insulation, structures, foundations and electrical principles to:

• Design transmission lines in the 69kV to 765kV range.
• Perform structural analysis and design of pole, lattice, framed, and guyed structures.
• Perform foundation designs.
• Perform conductor selection studies, shielding, grounding and induction studies.
• Develop cost estimates and schedules and prepare specifications for the procurement of transmission line materials and construction.
• Specify transmission line components.
• Model transmission lines in PLS-CADD, determine right of way requirements, calculate conductor sags, and develop transmission line plan and profile drawings.
• Review vendor submittals.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in Canada for this position.

This position may require access to U.S. export-controlled information. As such, candidates must be a citizen of a country listed in Appendix A to Part 810 of the Code of Federal Regulations.Please click here to determine your eligibility.

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires a degree from a Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board - accredited undergraduate program or a US based ABET-accredited program.
• Related engineering, internship or co-op work experience.
• Proficiency with PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles including basic transmission line engineering.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, and designation as an Engineer in Training.
• Proficiency with any of the following programs: PLS-TOWER, SAG10, LPILE, MFAD, ArcGIS, CDEGS, AutoCAD, Microstation.
• Experience in writing and providing support documentation for engineering calculations.
• Familiarity with design codes and standards such as NESC, IEC, CSA, IEEE, ANSI, IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI 318.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Compensation Range

$50,215 - $72,205

Transparency Statement

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy. Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all provincial and federal legislation. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent and Lundy is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We embrace the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment process. AI-enabled tools may support certain stages of recruitment, but human judgment remains central to the candidate experience, and all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.